Example Sentences

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There isn’t a statute of limitations on probating a will, but you must generally contest a will during the probate process.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025

Those chores can include arranging the funeral, probating the estate, closing accounts, canceling services and dealing with various government agencies, including Social Security and the IRS.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2022

The words judicial proceedings relate to the outcome of court actions: damage awards, the probating of wills, divorce decrees, and so forth.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2016

Originally facing 45 felony charges, he later plead guilty to two misdemeanors and was sentenced to probating and community service.

From Forbes • Dec. 23, 2014

"I only asked him to postpone probating Spencer's will," began Whitney, laying down his cigar.

From I Spy by Lincoln, Natalie Sumner